The Mixed-Use Overlay Zone establishes zoning districts that are intended to provide for the orderly transition of certain areas of El Cajon into walkable districts that accommodate a mixture of retail, office, and residential uses, while protecting existing uses. It is further intended to protect the existing job base, develop mixed-use cores, provide transportation, pedestrian, and visual connectivity, and develop, safe, well-designed neighborhoods. Moreover, the Mixed-Use Overlay Zone is designed to develop an urban framework to ensure the appearance, location, and scale of buildings complement the character of the area in which they are located, ensure compatibility between existing and proposed uses, and provide a mix of building and housing types allowing variety and choice. The Residential Required (RR) sub-designation of the Mixed-Use Overlay Zone is intended to require residential uses as properties redevelop. The intent of the RR sub-designation is not to hinder an existing commercial property from continuing to be used for commercial purposes or from expanding the commercial building or enterprise.

Final Program Environmental Impact Report

Mixed-Use Overlay Zone Development Standards